What is the best way to travel from Blackpool to Preston?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Preston from Blackpool. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Preston from Blackpool?
You can reach Preston with just £2 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Northern0h 24m022:17BlackpoolNorth Station22:41PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:17:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 26m022:22BlackpoolNorth Station22:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:22:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
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Northern0h 26m023:07BlackpoolNorth Station23:33PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 23:07:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 23:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
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Northern0h 23m022:25BlackpoolLayton Station22:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:25:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
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Northern0h 23m023:10BlackpoolLayton Station23:33PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 23:10:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 23:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Northern0h 26m007:55BlackpoolNorth Station08:21PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 07:55:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 08:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
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Northern0h 25m009:36BlackpoolNorth Station10:01PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 09:36:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 10:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
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Northern0h 40m010:14BlackpoolSouth Station10:54PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 10:14:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 10:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Northern0h 40m012:16BlackpoolSouth Station12:56PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 12:16:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 12:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Northern0h 38m014:16BlackpoolSouth Station14:54PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 14:16:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 14:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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Northern0h 39m005:29BlackpoolSouth Station06:08PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:29:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 06:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 39m
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Northern0h 24m004:59BlackpoolNorth Station05:23PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 04:59:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 05:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 24m005:55BlackpoolNorth Station06:19PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:55:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 06:19:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Avanti West Coast0h 20m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station05:55PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:35:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Northern0h 39m005:29BlackpoolSouth Station06:08PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:29:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 06:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 39m
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Northern0h 24m004:59BlackpoolNorth Station05:23PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 04:59:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 23m005:25BlackpoolLayton Station05:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:25:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
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Avanti West Coast0h 20m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station05:55PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:35:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
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Avanti West Coast0h 56m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station06:31PrestonLostock Hall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:35:00 to Lostock Hall Train Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 06:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 56m
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What are the fastest trips from Blackpool to Preston?
You can get to Preston from Blackpool in just 0h 20m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Northern0h 23m022:25BlackpoolLayton Station22:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:25:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
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Northern0h 23m023:10BlackpoolLayton Station23:33PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 23:10:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 23:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
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Northern0h 24m022:17BlackpoolNorth Station22:41PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:17:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 26m022:22BlackpoolNorth Station22:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 22:22:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 22:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
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Northern0h 26m023:07BlackpoolNorth Station23:33PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 26/04/2025 23:07:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/04/2025 23:33:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Northern0h 25m009:36BlackpoolNorth Station10:01PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 09:36:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 10:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 25m
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Northern0h 26m007:55BlackpoolNorth Station08:21PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 07:55:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 08:21:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 26m
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Northern0h 38m014:16BlackpoolSouth Station14:54PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 14:16:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 14:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
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Northern0h 40m010:14BlackpoolSouth Station10:54PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 10:14:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 10:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
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Northern0h 40m012:16BlackpoolSouth Station12:56PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 12:16:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 12:56:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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Avanti West Coast0h 20m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station05:55PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:35:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
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Northern0h 24m004:59BlackpoolNorth Station05:23PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 04:59:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 05:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 24m005:55BlackpoolNorth Station06:19PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:55:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 06:19:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 39m005:29BlackpoolSouth Station06:08PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 29/04/2025 05:29:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 29/04/2025 06:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 39m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
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Avanti West Coast0h 20m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station05:55PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:35:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 20m
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Northern0h 23m005:25BlackpoolLayton Station05:48PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Layton Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:25:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 23m
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Northern0h 24m004:59BlackpoolNorth Station05:23PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 04:59:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 05:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 24m
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Northern0h 39m005:29BlackpoolSouth Station06:08PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from South Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:29:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 06:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 39m
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Avanti West Coast0h 56m005:35BlackpoolNorth Station06:31PrestonLostock Hall Train Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from North Station, Blackpool (United Kingdom) at 01/05/2025 05:35:00 to Lostock Hall Train Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/05/2025 06:31:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 56m
Fastest Trains Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Blackpool to Preston
What are the most popular stations in Blackpool and Preston?
In Blackpool, you will usually depart from North Station, South Station or Pleasure Beach, while in Preston you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Preston from Blackpool? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Blackpool and Preston, you can pay as low as £2 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Preston in just 0h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Blackpool and Preston are Northern and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Blackpool and Preston is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Poulton-le-Fylde or to Bamber Bridge, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Blackpool to Preston?
The most popular companies between Blackpool and Preston, are Northern and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern and Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Blackpool to Preston
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Blackpool to Preston. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Blackpool to Preston
How can I reach Preston from Blackpool?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Preston from Blackpool.
How far is Preston from Blackpool?
The distance between Blackpool and Preston is 22.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Blackpool and Preston?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 4 kgs, and a flight 6 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Blackpool to Preston?
You can get to Preston with just £2 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Preston?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Preston in just 0h 20m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.
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